11 Chic Chicago Stores Where You Can Shop Like a Local

The next time you’re in Chicago, be sure to enjoy the city’s beautiful parks, museums, beaches...and stores. That’s right—the Windy City has plenty to offer in terms of retail therapy, from indie home stores to bustling beauty boutiques. Head to these 11 editor-approved designer spots to shop like Chicago's most stylish locals.

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Rider

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If you're looking for: Absolutely everything

Like the burgeoning West Loop neighborhood it's situated in, the new lifestyle shop Rider has a hip, industrial vibe. And its diverse selection—refurbished chairs, Kara backpacks, Tatine soaps—guarantees you'll leave with a standout piece.

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Space 519

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If you’re looking for: Sophisticated odds and ends

From $40 Wrigley Field prints by Rifle Paper Co. to $495 Rachel Comey jumpsuits, the offerings at this self-described general store (and sister to Madison Hall) include stylish pick-me-ups at every price.

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RH Chicago

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If you’re looking for: Furniture shopping that’s actually fun

You could spend a day exploring Restoration Hardware's new 70,000-square-foot flagship at Three Arts Club, which boasts a huge selection of rustic-sleek housewares, an elegant café, a rooftop park, and a performance space.

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Modern Cooperative

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If you’re looking for: New and midcentury finds

If Sterling Cooper hired Jonathan Adler to decorate its offices, the result would be like this mod mecca brimming with vintage ('50s sofas, '60s bar carts) and contemporary pieces (cheeky pillows, typographical posters).